About this episode

Heather discusses weight gain during perimenopause and menopause, emotional eating, and the challenges of relying on willpower with guest Al.

In Episode 751 of the Half Size Me Show, Heather talks with Al about her weight gain through perimenopause and menopause, emotional eating, and the difficulties of trying to rely on willpower. They also chat about: Setting up her home environment to support her goals. Using weight-loss medications and plans for sustainability. Handling sugar cravings. And more! CLICK HERE to become a podcast premium subscriber today and get even more inspiration for your weight loss journey! As a subscriber to Half Size Me Podcast Premium, you will get: --Access to the entire 740+ episode archive --Access weekly episodes a day EARLY --Access to EXCLUSIVE, subscriber-only series including the Coaching Jackie, Coaching Karolina and Coaching Sarah series --Access to subscriber-only audio responses to “Ask Me Anything” questions Get SUPPORT and CONNECTION in the HSM Academy! CLICK HERE for more! About Half Size Me The Half Size Me™ Show is a weekly podcast. It will inspire and motivate you no matter where you are in your weight loss journey. Whether you're just getting started losing weight or having worked on your health and wellness for years, this show is for you! The Half Size Me Show is hosted…

People in this episode

Host: Heather A. Robertson

Guest: Al

Topics covered

• weight gain
• emotional eating
• willpower
• home environment
• weight-loss medications
• sugar cravings

Keywords

• weight gain
• perimenopause
• menopause
• emotional eating
• willpower
• sugar cravings
• weight-loss medications

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